Lyra and Recycler Publishing and Events Deliver Europes Leading Ink Jet and Toner Market Research Conference at Remax



rom 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Messe Dsseldorf. To register for this valuable conference, click here: http://www.visitremax.com/eu/Seminars/booking/11th.asp.

Newton, MA April 3, 2008 -- Lyra Research (www.lyra.com), the digital imaging authority, will complement Recycler Publishing and Events' Remax Dsseldorf 2008 trade show with a mid-show conference entitled "The Lyra Ink Jet and Toner Supplies Forum: Europe (http://www.lyra.com)." The conference, co-presented with RPE Research, will be held on Friday, April 11, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Messe Dsseldorf. Diamond Dispersions, Ltd., G&G/Ninestar Image Company, and XPS are proud sponsors of this one-day conference, held during the biggest European trade show for the printer cartridge remanufacturing industry.

Remax attendees are invited to join industry speakers and Lyra's leading imaging consumables analysts for in-depth analysis of worldwide and regional toner and ink jet cartridge markets. With continued consolidation, impending lawsuits, and rising consumer demand causing shifts in distribution channels for aftermarket cartridges, aftermarket vendors need to reassess and adjust their business strategies to maximize sales and profits. Lyra's analysts will present market forecast data and analyze trends among aftermarket ink jet cartridges and desktop ink jet media. In the afternoon portion of the conference, attendees can opt to attend an ink jet supplies track or a laser supplies track.

The day's agenda runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and includes the following presentations and discussions:

09:00-10:00 Conference Reception opens

Collect conference materials; morning tea and coffee will be served at the Foyer Bar.

Conference binder sponsored by G&G/Ninestar Image Company

10:00-10:10 Welcome

Welcome from the conference chairman and Sponsor

10:10-11:05 Hardware Trends

Worldwide Hardware Trends

Peter Mayhew, Senior Analyst, Lyra Research

This presentation will open with a discussion of the worldwide shipments of ink jet and laser printers and copiers in 2007. These shipment trends will then be placed in the broader context of the changing shape of the printer and copier installed base at a worldwide and regional level. The presentation will then explore the increasing demand for functionality from the desktop printers and discuss the battle between ink jet and laser technologies for the personal and department printer and copier and the effect changing technologies may have on the installed base in the future.

11:05-12:00 European Supplies Market Trends

David Connett, Publisher and Managing Director, Recycler Publishing and Events

Paul Jeffrey, Managing Director, RPE Research

We take a look across the three desktop printing technologies and examine the market share for printers and consumables in Europe and make comparisons between the different strategies of the leading aftermarket players and OEMs.

12:00-13:00 North American and Asian Supplies Market Trends

Charlie Brewer, Managing Editor, The Hard Copy Supplies Journal, Lyra Research

The session begins with an overview of key trends in ink jet and toner cartridge markets in North America and includes a look at the competition between printer manufacturers and third-party supplies vendors. The second part of the talk focuses on trends in Asian markets such as the introduction of specially priced products specific to emerging economies. Both parts of the presentation will feature data that describes how these markets have performed in terms of sales and shipments over the past several years and how they are expected to do over the next few years.

13:00-14:00 Luncheon

Sponsored by Diamond Dispersions, Ltd.

14:00-15:15 Ink Jet Supplies Track (three sessions)

Chair: Peter Mayhew, Senior Analyst, Lyra Research

Alfred Wirch, 3T/Peach

Frank de Jonge, Sensient

Christian Wernhart, Embatex

14:00-15:15 Laser Supplies Track (three sessions)

Chair: Charlie Brewer, Managing Editor, The Hard Copy Supplies Journal, Lyra Research

Tom Claessens, XPS

Heinz Sieg, KMP

Laura Hunt, Printfleet

15:15-15:35 Coffee

15:35-16:20 Outlook for 2008 and Beyond

David Connett, Publisher and Managing Director, Recycler Publishing and Events

Charlie Brewer, Managing Editor, The Hard Copy Supplies Journal, Lyra Research

This forward-looking presentation anticipates what 2008 has in store for remanufacturers. The presenters will also cover emerging technologies such as Memjet and Edgeline that may pose more of a long-term impact on the industry. There will be a discussion of ongoing litigation, industry consolidation, and retail shops. European initiatives such as REACH and ETIRA will also be covered.

16:20-17:00 Industry Panel Discussion

Thomas Wolf, Country Manager CEE North, Katun Germany GmbH

Sue Wright, Director, Diamond Dispersions, Ltd.

Volker Kappius, COO, Delacamp

17:00-18:00 Network Reception

Reception sponsored by XPS

This seminar is provided by Lyra in association with RPE Research and costs 500 for the day. Recycler Publishing and Events and Recycler Trade Magazine Gold Card holders can register at the discounted cost of 250 for the day.

To register for this valuable conference, click here: http://www.visitremax.com/eu/Seminars/booking/11th.asp.

More on Remax Dsseldorf 2008

Remax Dsseldorf 2008 is the biggest European trade show for the remanufacturing industry, bringing together printer cartridge remanufacturers from all over the globe. Visitor numbers increase year after year, with attendees eager to find out the latest industry developments and forge new business contacts. Every year, the event features a spectacular gala dinner, which takes place on the second night of the show, and provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy the location and meet associates in an informal setting. To learn more about Remax Dsseldorf 2008, click here: http://www.visitremax.com/eu.

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Since 1991, Lyra's custom research and consulting, advisory services, award-winning journals, and innovative events have set the standard for analysis of imaging hardware, consumables, and digital photography markets.

Visit www.lyra.com to learn more about how Lyra can be your strategic business partner.

About Recycler Publishing and Events Ltd.

Recycler Publishing and Events Ltd. (www.therecycler.com) is a publishing and events company encompassing a wide international portfolio. Recycler Trade Magazine was established in 1992 and covers all aspects of toner and ink jet cartridge recycling. Now in its fifteenth year, the magazine has a strong global presence. Recycler Publishing and Events hosts the Remax brand of respected industry events and conferences that take place worldwide.

About our Sponsors

Diamond Dispersions (http://www.diamondsheffield.com) are manufacturers of high performance, ultrafine pigment dispersions designed specifically for aqueous ink jet applications. Diamond Dispersions' broad range of products offers the ink manufacturers the ability to find the right dispersion for their desired end application, giving them perfect print performance.

Ninestar Image Co.,Ltd. (http://www.ninestarimage.com) and Ninestar Technology Co.,Ltd. are global leading imaging supplies suppliers. Ninestar develops, manufactures, and sells a full line of quality compatible and remanufactured ink jet and laser printer consumables. All the products are manufactured under the rigorous implementation of ISO 9001 global quality system and ISO 14001 global environment system. Ninestar products enjoy a solid reputation among resellers and customers for their highest quality and value.

XPS, Xerographic Print Service, (http://www.xps.com) founded in 1994, is one of world's leading contract manufacturers. Besides design, engineering, and manufacturing of various printer consumables and supplies, XPS specializes in color cartridges and high complex assemblies. XPS provides a wide range of integrated, value-added services from process and product development, manufacturing of final products, and sub-assemblies through worldwide distribution and warehousing. With high-volume and low-cost manufacturing locations in Slovakia and China and an advanced Global Distribution and Support Centre in the Netherlands, XPS is able to provide its customers with industry-leading products and service, on time and at the lowest total cost.

CONTACT:

Andr Rebelo

arebelo (at) lyra (dot) com

Marketing Manager

Lyra Research, Inc.

617-454-2658





Lyra and Recycler Publishing and Events Deliver Europes Leading Ink Jet and Toner Market Research Conference at Remax